New Zealand'Forever chemicals': Kaipara waste-to-energy plant plans slated as bad for environmentKaipara's plans for waste-to-energy plant a bad idea, say environmentalists.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLast two meetings about extending Kensington rescue heli base lease coming upWhangārei council to hold last two meetings over rescue chopper base in Kensington.15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillor’s comments about council-Māori relationships described as 'mischievous'Murray-Benge raised her concerns about how the council was using the word ‘prioritise’.12 May 03:24 AM
New ZealandKaipara's waste to energy push backed by other MayorsThe major new infrastructure would incinerate Northland and Auckland councils’ waste.11 May 06:47 AM
New ZealandWhat should happen to iconic museum? Public get a say in multimillion-dollar questionCouncil to test public support for $81.4m restoration or alternatives.10 May 07:29 AM
New ZealandWhangārei Civic Centre update: Lab results show toxic black mould no longer presentToxic black mould in Whangārei Civic Centre no danger to workers, the council says.10 May 04:57 AM
New ZealandCouncil slams Govt for lack of action on invasive marine pestThere are fears not enough's being done to prevent invasive seaweed arriving in Northland.07 May 10:23 PM
KahuFour options: Public may soon have a say on future of iconic Rotorua museumThe heritage building has been closed for seven years.05 May 05:43 AM
New Zealand'There will be funding': CAB facing $40k council cut told 'no way' it will failThe organisation is at the top of the priority list, says a Rotorua Trust member.04 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandMore injuries feared as wait for removal of trees drags onThe saga over the trees went public last year after fed-up residents hit the headlines.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTurning 'paradise' into a 'parking lot': Emotions high as $220.2m stadium debated'Can't let things get in the way of progress... This represents a really good opportunity'01 May 08:10 AM
New ZealandWhangārei District Councillor Jayne Golightly apologises for breaching council confidentialityJayne Golightly apologises to fellow Whangārei councillors, public over conduct breach27 Apr 03:45 AM
New ZealandDoubled parking fees, more paid parks and pricier pool admission proposedThe draft Annual Plan proposes a number of fees increases in the city.25 Apr 06:05 PM
New ZealandPublic to have say as rescue chopper shift delayedSeries of meetings to discuss Northland Rescue Helicopter base lease extension.24 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandNorthland Rescue helicopter base shift could take 'another year or two'Some residents are unhappy with news the lease has been extended.23 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei councillor to apologise for breaching code of conductWhangārei councillor to make public apology for revealing confidential information.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncils to lose millions in 'better off' fundingCity council gets almost $36m less while the district council will receive almost $16m.18 Apr 02:49 AM
New ZealandFar North District Council boss going after less than a year in the roleBlair King is to leave the role in May.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandLabour picks Boynton as candidate for Waiariki seatThe Labour Party has announced its candidate after Tāmati Coffey announced his retirement.12 Apr 01:11 AM
KahuSolemn farewell to 'charismatic, hard-working rangatira'Hundreds turned out to pay their respects.11 Apr 11:11 PM
New Zealand$10m of Kaipra works cut to help pay for cyclone, storm damageCyclone Gabrielle damage to Kaipara leads to $10m of works being deferred.11 Apr 02:34 AM
New ZealandTūtūkākā Marina repair job started after devastating tsunami surgeTūtūkākā Marina getting $2.5m repair job after tsunami surge damage.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKDC spearheads $68m upgrade for troubled Mangawhai wastewater scheme$68m upgrade planned for Mangawhai's sewerage scheme09 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Stoked’: Relocatable homes arrive for some Tairāwhiti cyclone victimsWhānau displaced by Cyclone Gabrielle received a welcome boost this week.08 Apr 10:50 AM
New Zealand'Essential safety work' finishes: Kawerau WINZ office to re-open six weeks earlyThe service centre in closed suddenly on March 27 for seismic work.06 Apr 03:15 AM
New ZealandThursday meeting to hear FNDC submission on water rating equalisation schemeFNDC wants all ratepayers to pay a fair share of water rates.05 Apr 12:37 AM
New ZealandRatepayers across Northland face big rates risesInflation and a tight labour market among reasons given for big jumps.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTrolley town: Tourism hotspot counting cost of dumped shopping cartsRatepayers are footing the bill, with hundreds removed each month.03 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandCancelled plans for Omanawa Falls full access a 'lose-lose'Concern rescuers will have to save people who risk their 'stupid skins' reaching base.31 Mar 08:21 AM
New Zealand'Charging like wounded bulls': Western Bay council drafts rates, fee risesAn increase in user fees and charges is also expected.30 Mar 05:23 AM
New ZealandOpen roads: Brynderwyns given the green light; Mangamuka timeline to be revealedEaster travellers will be able to travel with greater ease over the Brynderwyn Hills.29 Mar 01:04 AM
New ZealandThe Kiwi city with a CBD 'in crisis'The organisation which represents and promotes CBD businesses says 'it's dead'.27 Mar 05:43 AM
New ZealandWhangārei ratepayers to contribute up to $11.4m to Oruku conference centre at Town BasinWhangārei's Oruku Conference And Events Centre to get more ratepayer funding.25 Mar 11:37 PM
KahuRotorua club withdraws venue hire for controversial anti-co-governance eventThe council, however, may yet play host.24 Mar 06:00 PM
